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Introduction

Post by thevlade » Thu Dec 01, 2011 5:20 pm

Hi guys,

First post here, so I thought it might be a good idea to introduce myself:-)

I am a professional designer (graphic/web/humorous illustration) who has the music bug. Lately I bought some equipment and started experimenting and trying to record some songs. There is a ton of things to learn - from song crafting to recording and mixing/mastering... then to the business side, which is a whole other monster.

Mildly put, it can be overwhelming :-)

But so far I am having fun, and that's what is probably most important...

I am not a member of Taxi, as at this stage it is probably useless. From what I've read on the forum, and from the samples I've listened to, I am far from being at a level to pass through the screeners.

But I'd love to improve myself, and get some honest critique and feedback, as well as get to know you guys. I do not have the ambition to be a singer/performer, but eventually I'd love to get some of my songs recorded by other artists.

Anyways, glad to be here!

The Vlade
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https://www.facebook.com/thevladecom

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Re: Introduction

Post by eeoo » Thu Dec 01, 2011 7:15 pm

Welcome, you've come to the right place!

eo

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Re: Introduction

Post by mattharveymusic » Thu Dec 01, 2011 7:24 pm

Definitely have come to the right place, there's a wealth of answers in the pages on these forums, and a good bunch of people to show you around. :-)

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Re: Introduction

Post by cardell » Thu Dec 01, 2011 7:39 pm

Hi & Welcome,
thevlade wrote:I am a professional designer (graphic/web/humorous illustration) who has the music bug. Lately I bought some equipment and started experimenting and trying to record some songs. There is a ton of things to learn - from song crafting to recording and mixing/mastering... then to the business side, which is a whole other monster.

Mildly put, it can be overwhelming :-)
I'm not sure this feeling ever leaves you. I've still got it after 28 years. :shock:

Stuart

Edit: Hey, you're being modest! I just checked out your Soundcloud page...I'm following you now. ;)
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Re: Introduction

Post by NYWest » Fri Dec 02, 2011 1:33 am

Welcome to the Club....
Have a cocktail and relax a bit..... ;)

All the Best.... 8-)
Billy
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Don't Thrive on Fear…Wisdom Wins the Game…"


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Re: Introduction

Post by sedge » Fri Dec 02, 2011 3:48 am

Welcome The Vlade!

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Re: Introduction

Post by llama » Fri Dec 02, 2011 1:09 pm

Hey TheVlade. Welcome!! As others have said this is a great place to learn. I will check out some of your music later.


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Re: Introduction

Post by orest » Fri Dec 02, 2011 1:13 pm

Welcome!
I think some of your stuff is good for TV-placements.
I would recommend that you do both vocal and instrumental stuff, that will increase your chances to succeed!

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Re: Introduction

Post by greggo » Fri Dec 02, 2011 2:26 pm

Welcome! I really like your tune "It's a Beautiful Day". Nice stuff!


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